Eric Lemke
About Eric Lemke
Eric Lemke is a Sales Engineer at Lightpath, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in the telecommunications industry, having held various roles at companies such as Global Cloud Xchange, AT&T, XO Communications, and Broadview Networks.
Work at Lightpath
Eric Lemke has been employed at Lightpath as a Sales Engineer since 2015. In this role, he has contributed to various technical initiatives and sales processes. He has provided technical training for sales teams and new employees, ensuring they are well-equipped with the necessary knowledge to support Lightpath's offerings. Lemke has played a key role in integrating Salesforce with Lightpath's product offerings, which has streamlined sales operations. His work has focused on enhancing the company's service capabilities and improving overall efficiency.
Previous Experience in Telecommunications
Before joining Lightpath, Eric Lemke held several positions in the telecommunications sector. He worked as a Business Development Manager at Global Cloud Xchange from 2013 to 2015. Prior to that, he served as an Indirect Sales Manager at XO Communications for five years, and as a Sales Engineer/Channel Manager at Broadview Networks for three years. His early career included a six-year tenure at AT&T as a Provisioning Tech/PC, where he gained foundational experience in the industry.
Technical Leadership and Training
Lemke has served as the technical lead for a variety of services, including Dark Fiber, Optical Transport, and Managed Services. He developed training materials and process flowcharts for Equinix Exchange Fabric, focusing on DirectConnect and ExpressRoute capabilities. His expertise in technical training has been instrumental in preparing sales teams and new hires at Lightpath, ensuring they understand the technical aspects of the services offered.
Network Infrastructure Development
Eric Lemke has been involved in significant network infrastructure projects. He established 10Gig and 100Gig Network-to-Network Interfaces (NNIs) between carriers, enhancing the overall network infrastructure. Additionally, he supported the Carrier group in designing and implementing Type 2 tails to Incumbent Local Exchange Carriers and cellular backhaul via layer 2 Ethernet VLines. His contributions have helped improve connectivity and service delivery within the telecommunications landscape.